Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS20
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Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-3000mm (F2.8-8) lens
- 1415g - 146 x 119 x 181mm
- Launched July 2018
- Old Model is Nikon P900
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Announced April 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS15
- Successor is Panasonic ZS25

Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS20 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P1000 (16MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The P1000 was manufactured 6 years after the ZS20 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon P1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the P1000 matches up vs the ZS20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P1000 Gallery & Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P1000 over the Panasonic ZS20
P1000 | ZS20 | |||
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Announced | July 2018 | ![]() | April 2012 | More modern by 76 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Nikon P1000
ZS20 | P1000 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon P1000 and Panasonic ZS20
P1000 | ZS20 |
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Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon P1000 enjoys external dimensions of 146mm x 119mm x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") and a weight of 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS20 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the P1000 versus the ZS20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P1000 and ZS20 is 49 and 92 respectively.

Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS20 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P1000 and ZS20.
Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon P1000 to provide greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The more recent P1000 provides a benefit in sensor tech.

Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P1000 vs Panasonic ZS20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P1000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P1000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ30 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2018-07-10 | 2012-04-26 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Nikon Expeed | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-3000mm (125.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-8 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 6.40 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1415 grams (3.12 lbs) | 206 grams (0.45 lbs) |
Dimensions | 146 x 119 x 181mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 7.1") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 260 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I support) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $1,000 | $349 |